180028 VO-L Introduction to Philosophy of Technology (2017W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 18 - Philosophie

Moodle

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Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Mark Coeckelbergh

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

language of instruction: English

Tuesday 10.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 17.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 24.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 31.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 07.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 14.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 21.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 28.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 05.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 12.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 09.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 16.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Tuesday 23.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock

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Aims, contents and method of the course

This course aims to introduce students to central themes and approach in the philosophy of technology and media. The students will be asked to engage with the themes, methods, and literature offered in the lectures. A wide range of theories and approaches will be offered, from different traditions in philosophy. At the end of the course they should have excellent knowledge of the main themes and approaches and be able to apply these to specific issues and technologies/media, taking into account actual discussions about technology.

Assessment and permitted materials

Assessment: written exam.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

At the end of the course students should have excellent knowledge of the main themes and approaches and be able to apply these to specific issues and technologies/media, taking into account actual discussions about technology.

Examination topics

Reading list

Reading materials will be announced in the lectures.

Association in the course directory

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